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Friday, September 19, 2008

Seikisho Mask Review

My power was off since Sunday. Hurricane Ike tore through Ohio and left some chaos behind. The Midwest is used to the average twister but hurricane gusts were new to us. So for the last few days I have been living the Amish way. I cleaned and organized while I had light. During this time I thought I might as well test some masks and beauty products. The most enjoyable skin sample was the Seikisho Mask White. I scored this sample from a Bath & Body store in Cleveland. This mask is far from white. The actual shade is an inky blue black. It is fairly thick like cake frosting and spreads easily. It takes its sweet time to dry. I left it on for 20-30 minutes. It dried to a tacky shiny patent leather texture. The creep factor was high. During the drying process I made the mistake of giggling. Instant tightening pain. But as any mask aficionado knows...pain is sometimes good.

I had no clue on how to remove the mask since I had no directions or computer access. It looked fairly Vader-like. I noticed that a piece was slightly peeling off so I tugged. Instantly half the mask peeled off. It took 3 tugs and my face was free of the whole thing. There was no mess or fuss.My skin looked and felt great. Pores were smaller. Redness eliminated. A zit that was in the beginning stages was miraculously healed. My skin tingled in a good way. It really felt amazing and I wanted to do it again and again.

This is a future purchase. It is available at Neiman Marcus,Bergdorf Goodman and select Bath & Body Works for $28. Here is the information from Neimans about the product.

This effective mask is formulated with Nano Black Powder, which creates an airtight seal on skin to allow the ingredients to work quickly and effectively to flush out impurities.

• 1st peel off mask to contain Vitamin C. It suppresses melanin production, which prevents the formation of aging spots and freckles.

To Use: Apply a thick layer all over the face, avoiding the eyes, hairline and lips. Wait for 20 minutes(I did it right!) or until the mask is completely dry, and peel off gently from the outside. Follow with Sekkisei Lotion. Use once to twice a week for best results.

Disclaimer: This reviewed item was a purchase from my local Bath & Body store.

This is my HG mask! I'm on my 4th tube already. I frequently put on makeup and this helps to suck out all those impurities in the pores.

Usually use it once a week. Do not apply too little or it will not work. It really helps to absorb excess oil. A warning though: first time users might find this a little painful as it pulls off blackheads and fine facial hairs.

Cos it's so dark, I've the satisfaction of seeing the amount of flaky skin and blackheads on the mask after I peel it off..gross I know ;p

Thanks Annie for the lovely review. There was a Shiseido peel-off mask in the Pureness line (I'm not sure that they still make it) but otherwise in the makeup and skincare line peel off masks are rare. I love them....I really want to get this one. Shiseido skin care is so nice. Thanks again!